Friday Night Fanstand

Fanstand: Preseason All-Austin Area Team (5A)

by Fanstand Staff/KJCE Staff,posted Jul 26 2012 5:32AM

The biggest and best in the State play 5A. Now that Lake Travis has joined the Austin-area's most-populated group, the magnifying glass is on. 16-5A is going to be one of the most vicious district's in the State. With only two 5A size districts in our coverage-area, we're really able to highlight our talent. Remember: Dozens of players that went unnamed in our preseason projections, will make their mark in 2012. Check out our All-Austin 4A team, here.

OVERVIEW: Westwood's Fenimore has two former Heisman QBs as his mentors. He also has the man who groomed Ben Johnson as his head coach. Lake Travis' Mayfield has proven on the biggest stages that he is among Texas' best - the most successful QB returning (40+ TDs in '11). Pflugerville's Kruemcke enters his 2nd full year as starter, with an outstanding cast surrounding/supporting him. This year's Round Rock Gerds could scarily be an improvement over Garrett. Hendrickson's Conely and Stony's Lindley will be names you'll get to know over the next two years. Cedar Ridge's Mann gives his Raiders a shot at the postseaon in its first Varsity campaign. Bowie's Harris and Westlake's Severt are future Saturday-stars.

OVERVIEW: There is obviously no shortage of capable backs in the Austin arena. LT's Nixon sets himself apart, as one of the nation's best. Anderson's Bunton and DV's Cleveland are similar in that they are leaders on and off the field. Bunton has great vision, and Cleveland has world class speed. Pflugerville's Dilworth is likely the sharpest of this bunch - and hardest working. Our Newcomers are storylines, waiting to happen. Bowie's Scott benefits from the move of Gino Jonasanit. Westwood's Osborne and A-High's Reese proved themselves productive in 2011. While Hendrickson's Perine reclaims his throne, teammate Davis will ease the workload - forming a dynamic duo. (S/O Lane Griggs) Cedar Ridge's Williams has the pedigree and skill set to earn district honors immediately. Akins' Davis is a great option to replace Raindle, while Westlake's Carter will emerge from Dolezal's shadow to follow up an all-district 2011.

OVERVIEW: Westlake's Rhoads is the son of Chap's offensive coordinator. Austin High's Jones is the son of a Super Bowl champ. Both have pedigree and playmaking ability. LT's Austin continues to dazzle fans with the crispest of routes, while Westwood's Marshall could have a breakout similar to Zach's from last year. Pflugerville's Horton proved this Summer that he's the Panthers #1 receiving threat. McNeil's Parinella is the Austin-area's top returner in receiving yards. Cedar Ridge is stocked with skill talent, Bailey and Racine being among the district's best. Any one of our three 'newcomers' could rank in the top five by the end of 2012. Martin/Payne/Gamble have very bright futures. Westlake's Box returns to shine without brother Blake.

OVERVIEW: Many teams have removed tight end from their offensive set, in favor of an extra receiver in the spread. These highlighted gentlemen have displays great zone blocking prowess, as well as red zone efficiency. Stony Point's Smith is the youngest Fanstand first teamer - and is worthy of the selection. Anderson's Smith will play both sides of the ball, while Bowie's Subia is just now getting back to game speed.

OVERVIEW: Austin High 's Weinberger has MVP potential. Patino is already on the State radar. Staples/Shannon ensure Lake Travis' smooth transition from 4A to 5A up front. Pflugerville's Price is underrated, while McNeil's Johnson should make a splash in 2012. Anderson's Garcia will impact the Trojans on both sides of the ball. Westwood's Roach returns with all-district swagger, as does DV's Carter.

OVERVIEW: We are projecting 100+ tackles for each of our first teamers. Westlake's Mansour is as huge without pads as he is with. LT's Hutton is on another mental level from most juniors, while Stony Point's Curry has a relentless motor. RR's Lawliss is a difference maker for his Dragons, while Westwood's Thomas/Logan make a tenacious tandem. Bowie challenges for the best core in 2012 with Disney/Taylor/Davis, while Pflugerville's Thielke goes under the radar. Anderson's Allen could have a sneaky productive year (on both sides of the ball) - same with McNeils' Zebrowski. DV's McBride is the heart of the Cardinals defense. Hendrickson's Gutierrez is the centerpiece and lead returning tackler on the Hawks.

OVERVIEW: We feel defensive back is the deepest position in Austin-area 5A. Watson is already Wake Forest-bound. Antoine, Merideth and Kenyon are also. We can't rave enough about Westwood's Hoeferkamp. which we think will be special - same for LT's Bailey. When we're omitting talents like Pflugerville's Byrd and Stony Point's Ahrens - you know this position is deep.

Good preview, Daniel Williams is 2013 not 2014. Can't wait for the season to begin.

07/26/2012 11:54AM

??

This list seems like its based off hype and potential. All-district picks from last year should get more love because they are proven players. Good player selections though.

07/26/2012 3:23PM

The four sleepers according to Texas Football Mag

http://blogs.texashsfootball.com/?p=362

07/27/2012 6:56PM

WR

Justin Gamble is class of 2015

07/27/2012 7:42PM

Defensive back

Mason Ramirez class of 2015

07/27/2012 7:49PM

Defensive Back

Mason Ramirez 2015 Round Rock

07/28/2012 5:45AM

thank you!

thanks for heads up on class for Ramirez/Williams!

07/28/2012 5:48PM

Fun side note

Jordan Smith, Damian Lindley, Justin Gamble and Mason Ramirez all played with the Pflugerville Hawks Select team together - won state twice, once as 4th grader and then as 6th graders. Justin and Jordan have known each other since kindergarten.

07/31/2012 4:05PM

Thanks on Gamble

He plays much older than 2015 - Justin G.'s gonna be a good one for sTp. Thanks for the fun side note. Will make good content for the show this season.

08/14/2012 8:12PM

Incorrect name

The Quarterback for Cedar Ridge is Michael McCann not Michael Mann.

08/16/2012 3:51PM

DON'T UNDERESTIMATE THE RIDGE!!!

Cedar ridge has a lot of talent accumulated from stony point due to the boundary changes. They will have a very talented first string, but are not exceptionally deep. Not to mention the extrodinary pedigree of coaching their. I'm not saying they'll win district, but If they can stay healthy, be ready for a very competitive team in there first varsity season.